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    • Oahu Weather Forecast for March 22, 2026

    Oahu Weather Forecast for March 22, 2026

    A surface kona low pressure system continues to meander northeastward away from the Hawaiian Islands, producing bands of moderate to heavy showers and...

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    Oahu Surf Forecast for March 22, 2026
    Oahu Surf Forecast for March 22, 2026

    The northerly swell has peaked, and is slowly declining. A slight bump is expected from a small, building west-northwest swell that will peak today...

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    Oahu News:

    The island of Oahu bore the brunt of Hawaii's worst storm in 20 years, with damages expected to surpass $1 billion as detailed in Oahu takes brunt as statewide storm losses reach $1 billion. Evacuation orders remain in place for Waialua and Haleiwa amid concerns over the Wahiawa Dam's imminent failure, according to Evacuation order issued for Waialua and Haleiwa amid Wahiawa Dam risk. Thousands on Oahu's North Shore are still without power amid flooding conditions, reports Thousands without power on Oahu's North Shore amid flooding conditions, while the community begins recovery efforts highlighted in Oahu's North Shore enters recovery phase with community resources available. Emergency responders also attended to multiple injuries from incidents including an explosion and near-drowning, as covered in Multiple injured in Oahu incidents including explosion and near-drowning. Additionally, the Coast Guard and partners rescued seven people and a dog from life-threatening flash flooding, chronicled in Coast Guard, partners rescue seven people and one dog from life-threatening O‘ahu flash flooding.

    Oahu takes brunt as statewide storm losses reach $1 billion

    Mar 21, 2026 Star Advertiser
    Storm causes $1B damage, prompts 233 rescues
    Mar 20, 2026 Spectrum
    Gov. Green: $1B in damages, 233 people rescued statewide
    Mar 21, 2026 KHON2
    Hawai‘i Governor Estimates Storm Damage Has Already Hit $1 Billion
    Mar 21, 2026 Honolulu Civil Beat

    Evacuation order issued for Waialua and Haleiwa amid Wahiawa Dam risk

    Mar 21, 2026 KHON2
    'Wahiawa Dam is at imminent risk of failure'
    Mar 20, 2026 Spectrum
    "City monitors Wahiawa Dam for failure" amid flooding concerns on Oahu's North Shore
    Mar 21, 2026 Star Advertiser

    Thousands without power on Oahu's North Shore amid flooding conditions

    Mar 21, 2026 KHON2

    Oahu's North Shore enters recovery phase with community resources available

    Mar 22, 2026 KHON2

    Multiple injured in Oahu incidents including explosion and near-drowning

    Mar 22, 2026 KHON2

    As floodwaters recede, magnitude of storm damage comes into focus on Oahu’s North Shore

    Mar 22, 2026 Star Advertiser
    PHOTOS: Honolulu emergency officials survey North Shore damage
    Mar 22, 2026 KHON2

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    April 5: Easter Sunday Brunch at The Ritz-Carlton Maui, Kapalua

    The Ritz-Carlton Maui, Kapalua's Easter Sunday Brunch takes place on April 5, 2026. The resort invites  guests and the local community to the Ulana Terrace to celebrate with an inspired ocean-view brunch experience featuring elevated cuisine, chef stations, and festive activities for all ages.

    MEMA issues evacuation Warnings for Molokaʻi areas due to flood threat

    Maui Emergency Management Agency at 7:06 and 7:12 a.m. today, March 22, 2026, issued evacuation WARNINGS for Central Molokaʻi areas of Kapaʻakea Hawaiian Homes along Kamehameha V Highway, along with Kalamaula area, west of Kaunakakai, due to flash flooding. Warnings and advisories are NOT mandatory evacuation orders.

    Shelter in Molokaʻi opens this morning after flash flooding

    Maui Emergency Management Agency, County of Maui Department of Parks and Recreation and the American Red Cross opened at 7 a.m. today, March 22, 2026, at the County’s Kaunakakai Gym located at 180 Ala Mālama Ave., due to severe flash flooding from kona storm 2.

    Molokaʻi Flood Warning until 11:30 a.m., Maui County Flood Watch until 6 p.m., Winter Storm Warning for Big Island summits

    A kona low, currently north of the islands, has drawn abundant moisture northward. Rounds of moderate to heavy rainfall are anticipated. The heaviest rain is expected to last through tonight.

    Changes upslope could help curb South Maui’s mud flooding issue, experts say

    The combination of a changing climate and development have made South Maui more susceptible to flooding over the years.

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    Flooding happens: Residents encouraged to consider purchasing flood insurance

    Flood insurance is separate from homeowners insurance and generally not required unless a property is in a designated high-risk flood zone; standard flood coverage normally helps cover physical damage caused by rising water, such as damage to a home's structure and certain essential contents.

    Water service shutdown planned this week for portions of Wailuā Homesteads

    Kaua‘i County Department of Water crews are expected to install a pressure release valve beginning 9:30 a.m. March 24, weather permitting; a water buffalo providing drinking water will be available for affected customers.

    UPDATE: High surf advisory canceled for north-facing shores of Kaua‘i, Ni‘ihau

    The advisory was previously set to expire at 6 a.m. Sunday, March 22; however, surf along the northern shorelines of both islands has fallen below advisory thresholds and continues to decline.

    Kona low still moving down island chain, but no reason to change your Hawaiʻi trip

    The islands remain safe and welcoming, and weather conditions are expected to improve early next week after two kona lows in a week; Kauaʻi and Oʻahu already are seeing improving conditions.

    16 lane closures scheduled during week of March 21-27 on Kaua‘i state roadways

    NOTE: In observance of Prince Kuhio Day on March 26 there will be no contraflow or lane closures unless otherwise permitted; Lane closure schedules may change at any time without further notice.

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    WATCH: Hawai‘i National Guard deploys about 200 members to support counties during kona low 2

    "The collaboration between the governor and all four county mayors allowed the state of Hawaiʻi Department of Defense to improve our ability to respond to this unprecedented kona low storm," Hawaiʻi Adjutant General Maj. Gen. Stephen Logan on Saturday, March 21.

    Co-founder of eGenesis video games buys another 21 acres on Big Island

    Andrew Tepper is revitalizing a lychee orchard on his new property, and is seeking a permit to hold his controversial "Falls on Fire" festival on previously purchased ag land in Pāpaʻikou.

    UPDATE: Entire Big Island now under flood advisory as heavy showers continue to lift north

    Radar indicated at 1:52 a.m. Sunday, March 22, rain falling at 1 to 2 inches an hour around the island, with the heaviest rainfall over the southwest and southeast slopes of Mauna Loa; flood advisory in effect until 5:15 a.m.

    State tourism officials: No reason to cancel or postpone upcoming travel to Hawaiʻi

    The islands remain safe and welcoming, and after two kona lows in a week, weather conditions are expected to improve early next week; Kauaʻi and Oʻahu already are seeing improving conditions.

    Hawaii County Weather Forecast for March 22, 2026

    Our kona storm will remain with us through Sunday for most islands, but the threat of flooding has become low enough for Kauai and Niihau that the flood...

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